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1967 Map of Martinez

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Martinez
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Martinez and the surrounding Bexar County landscape are defined by a complex network of flood control structures along Martinez Creek and its tributaries. This 1967 survey, updated through 1973, reveals a rural area undergoing transition, where traditional homesteads and family cemeteries like Kempin Cem and Salem Cem sit alongside emerging infrastructure. The presence of numerous detention reservoirs, such as Martinez Creek Dam No 1 and Calaveras Creek Dam No 6, illustrates the mid-century effort to manage the watershed south of the city.

Industrial and military footprints are prominent, with the Southern Pacific Railroad cutting through the terrain and the Martindale Army Airfield (National Guard) occupying the western edge. Local life centers on community landmarks like St Jerome Ch and the Rodeo Ground, while the San Antonio Raceway provides a glimpse into the region's recreational evolution. Significant watercourses including Chupaderas Creek and Salitrillo Creek bridge the gap between the small settlements of China Grove and Sayers.